Plot — What is The Gion Tempest about?
The story follows Keiko, a dancer in the "Maiko Odori" theater in Kyoto, who tries to climb the social ladder in a world driven by money and self-interest. She becomes involved with wealthy men to pursue her ambitions but faces betrayal, exploitation, and is even accused of embezzlement. As she struggles to survive, her close friend dies from a heart condition, and her plan to marry a rich man fails. In the end, Keiko realizes the harshness of reality and decides to keep dancing despite the sorrow.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1958 |
| Genre | Drama |
| Language | Japanese |
| Runtime | 102 min |
The Gion Tempest — FAQ
Is The Gion Tempest worth watching? The story follows Keiko, a dancer in the "Maiko Odori" theater in Kyoto, who tries to climb the social ladder in a world driven by money and self-interest. She becomes involved with wealthy men to pursue her ambitions bu
Who directed The Gion Tempest? Directed by Seiichiro Uchikawa.
Who is in the cast of The Gion Tempest? It stars Hizuru Takachiho, Chieko Naniwa, Ushio Akashi, Manami Fuji, Kodayu Ichikawa, Tomiko Ishii and more.
Where can I stream The Gion Tempest? Streaming availability for The Gion Tempest is listed above when a platform is confirmed. MovieLink App is an info guide and hosts no files.
When did The Gion Tempest release? It released in 1958.
